Location:
Marunouchi, Tokyo — Directly connected to Tokyo Station via underground passageway (on-site only)
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Salary Range: ¥6,000,000 – ¥12,000,000 per year (depending on experience)
Relocation Support: Provided (housing not included)
ABOUT AI AVATAR
AI AVATAR Inc. is a global AI company pioneering advanced avatar technology that connects people and empowers individuals around the world.
Our headquarters is located in Marunouchi, Tokyo, directly connected to Tokyo Station — the heart of Japan's business district.
We are a multicultural team of professionals, including over 10 international members who relocated to Japan to be part of our mission-driven, innovative environment.
We are now seeking a
Legal Staff / Legal Specialist
who is familiar with
U.S. corporate and securities law
and can communicate fluently with
American legal counsel
to support our
global business operations and regulatory compliance
.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As a member of our legal team, you will work closely with our CFO, external U.S. and Japanese law firms, and internal stakeholders to ensure legal compliance across all corporate and securities-related activities.
This role requires both Japanese and U.S. legal awareness, strong written and verbal English communication, and a passion for working in a technology-driven, fast-evolving business environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support legal matters related to U.S. and Japanese corporate and securities regulations
- Communicate directly with U.S. attorneys and coordinate documentation for compliance reporting and disclosures
- Review and draft agreements, disclosures, and corporate governance materials
- Maintain and update internal compliance documentation and policies
- Collaborate with finance and audit teams to ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory requirements
- Research and summarize U.S. legal and regulatory developments affecting the company
- Collaborate with Japanese legal counsel for domestic legal filings and registrations
- Provide legal input for AI-related technology and data protection initiatives
REQUIREMENTS
Must-Have
- 3+ years of experience in corporate or securities law
- Deep understanding of U.S. securities laws (SEC, SOX, Exchange Act, etc.)
- Experience working with or communicating directly with U.S. law firms or attorneys
- Excellent English communication (written and verbal) for legal correspondence and meetings
- Familiarity with cross-border compliance and contract review
- Ability to manage documentation using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
Nice to Have
- Legal background related to AI, technology, or intellectual property
- Experience working in a multinational or fast-growing company with cross-border legal exposure
- JD, LL.M., or equivalent degree (U.S. or international)
- Japanese legal knowledge or experience in Japanese corporate law
- Strong interest in global business and ethical AI development
WHO YOU ARE
- A detail-oriented professional with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity
- Skilled in bridging cultural and legal gaps between U.S. and Japanese teams
- Comfortable managing complex, fast-paced international legal work
- Curious about AI and future technology from a legal perspective
- Motivated to live and work in Japan long-term as part of a global legal team
WORK CONDITIONS
- Office: Marunouchi, Tokyo — directly connected to Tokyo Station via underground passageway
- Work Style: 100% on-site (no remote or hybrid work)
- Working Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Days Off: Weekends and Japanese public holidays
- Relocation: International applicants welcome — relocation costs covered (housing not included)
- Visa sponsorship available
WHY JOIN AI AVATAR
- Work daily with U.S. and Japanese legal professionals on real international compliance projects
- Be part of a multicultural, English-speaking team in the heart of Tokyo
- Learn the intersection of AI, law, and ethics in a rapidly evolving global industry
- Grow into a key legal expert in one of the world's most dynamic AI environments
AI AVATAR Inc.
"We create AI that empowers people around the world."
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